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Microbiology Bacteriology 182c5387

Which of the following is not true about Neisseria gonorrhoea

A
It is an exclusive human pathogen
B
Some strains may cause disseminated disease
C
Acute urethritis is the most common manifestation in males
D
All strains are highly sensitive to penicillin
High-Yield Explanation
When Penicillin was introduced, all strains are highly sensitive. But strains with decreased susceptibility became common in 1957. In 1976, gonococci producing beta-lactamase have appeared, rendering Penicillin ineffective. Reference: Textbook of Microbiology; Anathanarayan and panicker's; 10th edition; Page no: 237

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